Serving 123 students in grades 9-12, Holloway High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holloway High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Holloway High School's student population of 123 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Motto
To graduate productive citizens with the potential to pursue their desired career choice
School Rankings
Holloway High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holloway High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1357 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
24%
21%
White
45%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holloway High School's ranking?
Holloway High School is ranked #1357 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Holloway High School often compared to?
Holloway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman High School, Riverdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Holloway High School?
The graduation rate of Holloway High School is 90%, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Holloway High School?
123 students attend Holloway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Holloway High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holloway High School?
Holloway High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holloway High School offer ?
Holloway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holloway High School part of?
Holloway High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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